• Pocadel’s key strength lies in unique products for the heavily regulated marine industry

    Pocadel’s key strength lies in unique products for the heavily regulated marine industry

    The Finnish glazed door specialist Pocadel helps luxury cruise ship architects in bringing their grand visions to life. Their product development integrates light weight, fire resistance, and durability. In the middle of the countryside in Sauvo, Southwest Finland, a passerby suddenly encounters red factory buildings. Here the technology company Pocadel develops and manufactures light and……


  • InterControl Hits the New Era of Electric Car Charging with a New Product

    InterControl Hits the New Era of Electric Car Charging with a New Product

    The Finnish company sees great growth potential in bidirectional charging for electric cars. The development of their new product was done by a technology and design agency Nextfour. Bidirectional charging (also known as V2G, Vehicle to Grid) is causing a buzz in the electric vehicle charging market. This is a well-known fact in the Finnish……


  • Pemamek Thrives on Strong Innovation Activities

    Pemamek Thrives on Strong Innovation Activities

    Pemamek’s production automation solutions are born through the expertise of a multidisciplinary work community. The Finnish heavy industry technology company’s growth leans on constant R&D efforts. The welding automation company Pemamek is experiencing a period of strong growth. The company’s turnover has grown from 60 million to 130 million euros in the past couple of……


  • At Vahterus, product development is part of everyday life – even though its key product is 30 years old 

    At Vahterus, product development is part of everyday life – even though its key product is 30 years old 

    Vahterus, based in Kalanti, designs and manufactures plate heat exchangers primarily for the process and chemical industries, the energy sector, and the refrigeration and heat pump markets. Product development is ingrained in the company’s DNA, as each product is tailored to the specific needs of individual customers. While the Vahterus heat exchanger may appear to……


  • Systematic efforts propel Kaune to become a global player in special glass markets

    Systematic efforts propel Kaune to become a global player in special glass markets

    The Naantali-based special glass manufacturer Kaune is a true family business. It has remained within the same family for nearly 110 years. It is led by three siblings: Kalle Saksi, CEO; his brother Mikko Saksi, Deputy CEO; and their sister, Rebecca Saksi, who oversees administration and HR. Their mother, Anita Saksi, chairs the board. “Running……


  • Raisio-based Airfi aims for international growth through product development

    Raisio-based Airfi aims for international growth through product development

    Airfi, a rapidly growing pioneer in ventilation, designs and manufactures ventilation units and cooker hoods in Raisio, Finland, for international markets. Product development lies at the core of the company’s operations. Airfi’s vision is ambitious: it aims to transform the ventilation industry globally with its innovative products. Product development is at the heart of its……